Delpaneaux, a U.S. citizen with African and Latindescent heritage, was born in Sierra Leone, West Coast Africa, where he spent his formative years. His mother hailed from Sierra Leone, while his father, of Afro-Cuban descent from the United States, instilled in him a sense of cultural diversity.
As a teenager, Delpaneaux relocated to the United States, where he discovered a newfound passion for football, medicine, and acting. He pursued his athletic ambitions at San Diego State University and Whittier College, excelling as a wide receiver on the football team.
Meanwhile, Delpaneaux's involvement in the theater program at Whittier College further nurtured his artistic inclinations. Initially, he had envisioned a future in medicine, following in his father's footsteps, but his love for acting ultimately took precedence.
Upon moving to Los Angeles, Delpaneaux became a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, with a presence in theater, television, and film. In 2009, he portrayed Seneca Keflezi, an African track star, in the Lifetime Original Film "Chasing a Dream".
Delpaneaux has also made notable appearances on television, featuring in episodes of "The E-Ring", "Las Vegas", "The L-Word", and "General Hospital". His film credits include a lead role in Lionsgate's "Darktown", the Sci-fi film "Sand Sharks", and the faith-based film "Do You Believe?".
